Weekly E-news 8/14/14

We are proud to unveil a new look and improved functionality for UofLalumni.org. As we continue to build a modern Alumni Association, improving the web experience was essential to serving our graduates. In addition to providing information on events, news, and alumni programming, users will have complete access to various online communities and the ability to update their biographical information. Take a look around and let us know what you think - we're always looking to improve. View the new website.

Deb's Blog: A Glimpse

Our new associate vice president for alumni relations and annual giving, Deborah Dietzler, has launched a new blog on UofLalumni.org. She’ll be posting regularly about the achievements of our alumni. Whether you’re recently published, traveling, or announcing the birth of a child or grandchild, Deb wants to hear about it! Reply to this email with your news. This week features posts about Latonia Green-Craig, 04A, 06GA, and Alex Frommeyer, 10S, 11GS. Read the blog.

Nightingale Awards

The University of Louisville School of Nursing wishes to recognize those nurses who have significantly impacted the lives of others, just as Florence Nightingale once did. We invite you to nominate a nurse who made a difference to you, a friend, or family member. Please nominate a licensed registered nurse in Kentucky or Southern Indiana by September 8, 2014. A $1000 award and commemorative plaque will be given to the top 4-6 nominees at the November 6 awards dinner. Nominate a nurse and register for the awards dinner.

Purchase Football Tickets Through the Alumni Association

A limited number of single game tickets for home football games are available to purchase through the UofL Alumni Association. Tickets are priced at $50 and are located in sections 214, 215, 216, and 221. This includes the homecoming game vs. NC State on 10/18, and the Kentucky game on 11/29. These tickets will sell out fast, so act now to avoid disappointment. You can also pre-register for Tailgate Central (for free) for all home games and register for select away game tailgates. Learn more at UofLalumni.org/football14.

The Best of Iceland

July 22-31, 2015 (optional Greenland tour)
This spectacular land tour of Iceland (with an optional post-tour to Greenland) includes deluxe motor coach transport that begins and ends in Reykjavik, Iceland. A dedicated tour manager, driver and escort will travel exclusively with the UofL group the entire trip. Stay in some of the best hotels that Iceland has to offer and explore this exotic arctic island with fellow Louisville alumni. Learn more.

Beer with a Scientist

Against the Grain Brewery and Louisville Underground Science presents “Beer with a Scientist,” a monthly series to inform and educate the public on diverse scientific topics. This month, Dr. Levi Beverly, assistant professor at UofL’s Department of Medicine, will address “Stem cells: What are they and how are they used?” from 8-9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20 at Against the Grain Brewery. Free admission! Learn more.

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Deb's Blog

Kenny Klein, 84ADCongratulations to Kenny Klein, 84ADDeborah Dietzler is executive director of the UofL Alumni Association. She posts regularly to her blog and her Facebook page.

UofL Magazine

The Winter/Spring 2015 edition, Determined to Discover, features a UofL researcher's impact, a history of Louie the Cardinal, a summer camp pull-out, and more.

Your Alumni Network

There are 134,000 UofL alumni living around the world. Learn more about the geographic and interest groups in the Louisville alumni network.